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Monday, April 15, 2024
McLaughlin Aims to fully fund the LGDF: University of Illinois Report “Pritzker’s grocery tax will hurt municipalities”

BARRINGTON HILLS… State Representative Martin McLaughlin released the following statement after reading the new University of Illinois System’s Institute of Government and Public Affairs study released to the public last…


Thursday, April 11, 2024
When are the 2024 cicadas coming?

Two periodical cicada broods, which haven’t emerged simultaneously in more than 220 years, will rise from the ground as early as this month. https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/when-are-the-2024-cicadas-coming-and-how-long-will-the-emergence-last-in-illinois/3406807


Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Rep. McLaughlin Congratulates the Cary-Grove Trojans on their IHSA Class 6A State Football Championship!

Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Report: Illinois continues to have nearly the worst economy

We need to reduce tax burdens on families and businesses to compete with our fellow states and make Illinois a destination for growth. https://www.advantagenews.com/news/local/report-illinois-continues-to-have-nearly-the-worst-economy/article_72c2902c-f686-11ee-9e5f-5bf73700118c.html


Friday, April 5, 2024
Rep. McLaughlin Speaks on House Bill 5345 – Removing the Tip Incentive Pay Structure

House Bill 5345 – a Bill to Remove the Tip Incentive Pay Structure was passed by Illinois House Democrats this week. I took to the floor to discuss the harmful…


Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Chicago Museums Free Admission This Month

Museums across Chicago are offering free admission days to Illinois residents this month.  https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-residents-can-visit-these-8-museums-for-free-in-april/3398233/ Looking for something to do this April in Chicago? Museums across Chicago are offering free admission…


Monday, April 1, 2024
Thank you to our Illinois State Police for 102 years of “Integrity, Service, Pride”

Thank you to our Illinois State Police for 102 years of “Integrity, Service, Pride” – Our dedicated state troopers work every day to keep Illinois communities safe and ensure the…


Friday, March 22, 2024
McLaughlin Questions Deputy Gov. Manar on State Funding for LGDF and Education

Representative Martin McLaughlin and Deputy Governor Andy Manar Discuss State Contributions to LGDF and School Funding in the General Services Appropriations Committee Hearing on March 20, 2024.


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Congratulations to Major General Rich Neely, the Commander of the Illinois National Guard, on your Retirement!

Major General Rich Neely, the Commander of the Illinois National Guard, will officially retire after 40 years of service this May. Thank you for your service to our nation and…


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Primary Election Day

Today is Primary Election Day in Illinois. Voters will not only have an opportunity to weigh in on presidential nominees and their delegates but will also get an opportunity to…